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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
3
A message from F. W. Wiliams of 400 Manhattan Avenue New York offers a free cure for eczema salt rheum erysipelas piles and other diseases. The public is urged to write for details and receive the promised relief by return mail.
The couple are praised for uplifting humanity by circulating the Tremont Moulton Advertiser, helping brighten homes and supporting the community. Their quiet work is acknowledged as a beacon in Mejama society.
A vintage advertisement proclaims Grove's Tasteless Chitone with a 285 year claim, noting it is original and potent. The copy emphasizes a taste seal form, promises no cure and no pay, and lists a price of 50 cents.
The Christmas party season opened last Thursday night at Kimo with a large crowd enjoying the event. The following Friday, young people gathered at the home of Dr and Mrs F Gibson for an equally pleasant evening.
An early 20th century ad claims a guaranteed cure for piles including itching bleeding or protruding forms. It promises relief in 6 to 14 days and offers post paid delivery if 50 cents is sent in stamps and not sent by the local druggist.
W. Thompson married a New York woman and immediately began a bridal world tour. After traveling four miles by water he was arrested on a charge of stealing $500,000. He admitted the coin and the trip was postponed. A robber on a Missouri passenger train obtained $1,600 but was overpowered by the conductor and jailed.
An advertisement notes Yake Laxative Bramo Quinine Tablets with a guarantee that all druggists will refund money if the medicine fails to cure. The box bears the name EB. W. Greves and a 25 cent price marking.
Charley Eyster departed Tuesday morning for Roswell New Mexico to spend several months recuperating. Friends of the young man express hope for a pleasant visit and a strong, vigorous return. Decatur News.
In Bowie Texas W L Hill grew from 90 to over 180 pounds after a terrible cough and a doctors prognosis of death from consumption. He credits Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with his recovery after 12 bottles. Windham & Co Druggists guarantee the cure and offer a trial bottle free.
Mrs J A Rountree of Birmingham wins a cash prize of 0.60 for an article on Colorado. About 25 or 30 intellects competed for the award. An advertisement promotes Dr Shoop Health Coffee as a coffee substitute made from toasted grains and malt. Windham & Co. offer a free sample.
A Baptist revival in Montgomery last week featured a Georgia Circuit preacher. The article notes the court convenes next Monday and urges friends to remember the occasion, suggesting payment be sent through a junior or witness if attendance is not possible.
A 100 dollar reward offer for catarrh cure with testimonials from Toledo wholesalers Walding Kinnan and Marvin assert F J Cheney and Co. are honorable and able to fulfill obligations. The cure is taken internally and targets blood and mucus surfaces. price 75 cents per bottle. Hall's Family Pills recommended for constipation.
A Pennsylvania woman killed her husband two children and her brother and sister in law for a thousand dollars in insurance. She owed rat poison and took six months to rid them all.
The ad claims the body gains strength from digestion, not food quality. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets invigorate stomach and liver, improving digestion, appetite, endurance, and weight. Price 2 cents, samples free, for Michy Ali Druggists.
Die ikemmer writes from Texas praising crops and general prosperity. He notes Bryan as the likely candidate and asks for readers’ views. Billy is disliked, yet support may be needed again despite low hopes for election.
The News Herald notes Dr Shoop claims his cough remedy is safe for children and free of narcotics. He once offered $10 per drop to prove Opium Chloroform in rivals products, and cites the new Pure Food and Drug Law as protecting the public, with Windham and Co selling Dr Shoop's.
Hon. J. C. Knampe officiated the wedding of Mr. Thomas Speakman and Miss Mattie Ward at the court house on November 29 1906. The couple were early in attendance, exchanged vows, and returned home for a festive meal as friends extend best wishes.
Gene W. Sperce of Holl Springs New Mexico writes that two doctors failed to ease his baby daughter’s lung bronchitis but after trying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from a storekeeper's suggestion the child survived. The notice ends with a sale notice: for sale by all drug gists.
A letter from Aunt Orpha confirms her life long subscription to The Moulton Advertiser. The note expresses her happiness with Kennies home and her Kentucky people and shows she is well pleased.
A humorous fragment from an old advertorial urging readers to go home for various outcomes, ending with a plug that for a bad cold one should take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Sold by all druggists.
W. J. Berryman is building a large residence on his property between Moulton and Landersville in Lawrence County. Uncle Ben Burgess is nearing completion on a home on the same road, with several other new houses under construction along the route.
A testimonial from A. G. M. Williams of Navasota Texas promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment as a cure for rheumatism and other ailments. The letter notes relief from a sprained ankle and states the product is kept in the house for best satisfaction, with Windham & Co. as the seller.
Indications point to better prices for cotton, and we advise all who can to hold it. Misses Maggie Prince and Myrtle Stephenson who are going to school at Athens, came home for Thanksgiving and remained over till Monday.
A notice explains that a cold can soften resistance to diphtheria and that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy quickly cures the cold, reducing diphtheria risk. Sold by Ali Drug.
Dave Ligon lost his two middle fingers on his right hand Thursday while at work in Prince's cotton gin. He has the sympathy of those who know him. Bros Woods and Bedford of Pitt had their nanies placed on our subscription book last Thursday, and we are thankful they will be made glad many times during the next twelve months.
Advertising claim asserts Chamberlains salve cures ordinary skin diseases by soothing itching and smarting. It promotes rapid relief and is available from all druggists.
Tom Vaughan moves with one eye bound and the other nearly useless. Amid Christmas, locals hope Santa Claus remembers his hardship and brings goodwill to the afflicted boy.
W L Rawis of Bells Tennessee writes of a twenty year battle with a nasal trouble. He claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve eased the persistent soreness inside his nose and reduced the swelling until the ailment nearly vanished. Windham & Co. druggists offer the salve at 25 cents.
A whimsical note claims Andrew Carnegie buys shoes from Booker Washington in a state and pays about 850 for each tack and stitch. The passage then encourages starting the New Year with resolutions and recording them in a memorandum.
Mrs S. Columbia writes she keeps Herbine for constipation dyspepsia and liver complaints. She praises relief and urges others to use it. Sold by Windham & Go.
H M Adams and wife Henrietta Pa report a miraculous cure in their home Their child had eczema for six years and was deemed inefrable After using Electric Bitters the child improved after seven bottles the family calls it the up to date blood medicine and body building tonic Sold for 50 cents and 10 at Windham Co's drug store.
Editor McCormack notes Bro. Leigh at Ura as a subscriber and reports many calls coming in by phone. The paper urges readers to read the advertisements and trade with those who solicit their custom.
While traveling to Landersville last week observers noted extensive unpicked cotton still on fields. The landscape appeared largely empty of harvesters with many stretches white and no workers in sight.
A local appeal urges readers to buy Ballard’s Horehound Syrup to cure coughs and chest illnesses, noting a bottle will prove its effectiveness. Advertising states prices and retailers, and a charitable nudge invites donations before year’s end to help a worthy cause.
An advertorial claims White's Cream Vermifuge cures children's worm infestations by killing worms and clearing mucus. It cites a Tennessee father, Dan iel Surmaac, who reports 73 worms expelled after first dose. Windham & Co distributes the product.
An OCR fragment promotes Dr Shoop's Preventies as a quick preventive for colds and LaGrippe. The ad claims early use prevents illness and promises prompt effect. Sold in 5 cent and 25 cent boxes by Windham & Co.
In Pennsylvania a young man hunting found a bear he believed to be dead. He approached to bleed it, the bear recovered and attacked, tearing off his arm and disemboweling him. Authorities described the incident as a fatal wild animal attack with the bear as the aggressor.
An advertisement for Dr Shoop's Catarrh Cure offers a free trial box and asserts merit through actual tests. The creamy white healing balm soothes the throat and nostrils and purifies foul breath. Windham & Co is listed as the contact.
An observer notes many desertions from the army and suggests the country should muster out at least two thirds of the current recruits. The writer describes last week’s slaughter of four p’ga as looking like young elephants and expresses a wish that Walter Grubbs and Bill Lowe were present at the killing.
Frank Goodlette reports a surprising gold discovery in an unexpected location. The note mentions several wayward boys of both races in Manston heading toward coal mines. It claims numerous counties will contend for dispensaries in the upcoming legislature.
J Waterman of Watertown writes that his daughter, tormented by epilepsy, was cured by Dr Kings New Life Pills and has had no attack in over two years. Best body cleansers and tonic pills offered at Windham Co drug store for 25 cents.
Promises relief from piles with a single ointment. Claims to target piles specifically and reduce pain and protrusion. Attribution to Win dham & Co. emphasizes certainty and satisfaction.
Local readers learn Cliff Way and Wayman Moore are jailed in Decatur charged with murder of Lem Jones. Each accuses the other. the community notes saloon ties and urges abstention from alcohol. A Morgan circuit term is set the first Monday in January to resolve the case, while a $650 reward is offered for Moore’s capture.
A Sunday morning ceremony near Kimo united Miss Joa Bragg and Mr Allie P Johnson with Rev L M Wear officiating. Guests from the Windham home attended as a heartfelt reception followed by a New Decatur banquet. The Moulton Advertiser promises weekly benedictions. Separate note claims a New York arsonist and sharp political resignations amid bankers and lawyers.
The K Institute was called to order by L. E. Wood in Supt Almon’s absence with J. P. Delashaw chosen secretary Opening exercises led by Rev. E. A. Perry The subject More and better school houses in Lawrence county was discussed by L. K. Wood and others The institute adjourned for dinner Supt Almon and Mrs W. J. Lee arrived as the last chicken leg was finished The afternoon session addressed raising the standard of schools by Hadley and others P. G. Richeson urged the Superintendent and teachers on what he can do The roll call listed many teachers and attendees The session featured lively questions from the Querry Box Saturday continued with talks on institute profitability and popular participation A resolutions committee drafted thanks to Wren and vicinity and urged a larger rural school appropriation Resolved a three member committee to draft resolutions for Rep. C. M. Sherrard and future legislative action An Educational Rally at Mt Hope in February 1907 and an Institute at Town Creek in April were planned The people of Wren expressed appreciation for the educators’ visit A D R
Florence area fertilizer factory advertises a substantial blessing for the country. The Tennessee Valley Fertilizer Co presents its offerings and a statement from Mr. Tucker, President of the county Union, urging readers to write for details and patronize the firm as advertised.
A local union of farmers expresses strong endorsement for King Cotton Grower and Florence Acid, praising their quality as the best guano. The letter, signed by G L Jucker, commends the product for local unions and farmers.
Bro Hill faced a Sunday night storm raid while in delicate health. Rev J If May traveled to Birmingham for conference. Prof L ER Wood of Hillsboro welcomed visitors and praised the Institute. Frank Mohs mourns loss of wife and two children in Birmingham. Gordon DuBose, former Ensley bank president, sentenced to five years. Courtland residents strive to keep whiskey out of town again.
Prof Frank Davis dies at Trinity and a lighted cigar stub caused a major tote fire in St Louis killing four men while others were mangled. Marlin Craig endures a streak of misfortune with a recent loss and a colt death. Pat Gewin, once a slave at this place, dies at Florence leaving twenty two children. he was linked to Kit Gewin and once a judge of the court.
Lawyer Lowe and B L Malone spent a day or two in our town last week on business. Londé was busy and could not call. Malone arrived with samples of carpets and pictures of furniture. A land-office crowd gathered as local merchants noted the potential profits of proper advertising. Rey Quinn accompanied by Migs Cita Parris and Mt Hops planned a Thursday engagement.
Newspaper editors including The Huntsville Mercury and The Florence Times join the Moulton Advertiser in advocating a dog law to shield the sheep industry. They urge the next Legislature to act, hoping a future for mutton in years to come.
Prospect school invites applications for a teaching position. The community favors a qualified white teacher and offers a good salary. Interested individuals may contact Luke Montgomery or any other white resident in Prospect.
Fragmentary OCR describes a chaotic incident with police, a Black man and a white woman in Huntville. It mentions pursuit, shots fired, a dash, and a fatality after entering a residence, with no clear timeline or verifiable names.
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